Rhapsody of Realities 8 October 2024 Daily Devotional By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy) is MINISTERS OF RECONCILIATION
TOPIC: MINISTERS OF RECONCILIATION (Rhapsody of Realities for Today 8 October 2024 Tuesday Daily Devotional)
📅TUESDAY 8TH OF OCTOBER 2024
Scripture Reading
To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation
(2 Corinthians 5:19).
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Rhapsody Of Realities For Today’s Devotional MESSAGE:
Pst Chris
Human nature loves the message of condemnation because it recognizes its imperfections. For example, when you preach and tell people, “We’re all sinners; no one is righteous except God”; the natural response from many would be, “Yes; it’s true.” Such folks get jittery when you excitedly talk about the soon return of the Lord because they’re not sure of their salvation. They’ve been placed in doldrums and incertitude.
But read Paul’s submission in the opening scripture. It says, “To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation” (2 Corinthians 5:19). Observe that it says God has committed unto us “The ministry of reconciliation,” not the ministry of condemnation.
This ministry testifies that God was in Christ in His redemptive work, not counting men’s sins against them; rather, He laid all their sins on Jesus. Jesus bore the sins of the whole world. When He died, everyone died in Him. He paid the full penalty for sin for the whole world. Therefore, in the mind of justice, we all died. This is the reason God isn’t counting the sins of men against them.
So, when the devil tries to deceive you and stir thoughts of condemnation in you, tell him that God has reconciled the world to Himself, not counting men’s sins against them, and anyone who believes is no longer condemned but made the righteousness of God in Christ: _“For he hath made him to be sin…for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him (2 Corinthians 5:21).
This is the message He wants us to tell everybody: righteousness has been made available in Christ Jesus because He (God) Himself paid for man’s sins in Christ Jesus. That’s what we read in our opening scripture: “To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.”
Notice the term “imputing”; it’s a legal term, meaning “to charge with.” God is not charging people with their trespasses. That’s why it’s called “Good News.” You’re an ambassador of the message of reconciliation; you have the ministry of reconciliation, not condemnation. Hallelujah!
PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the privilege to be the bearer of your message of reconciliation. As an ambassador of the Kingdom, I spread faith, hope and love, boldly declaring the Word of salvation that catapults sinners from the domain of darkness into the glorious liberty of the sons of God, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 5:8-10; Romans 8:1; 2 Corinthians 5:18-21
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Colossians 1:24-2:1-5 & Isaiah 46-47
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 2:10-18 & Lamentations 4-5
Jesus Trends Salvation Prayer
Heavenly Father,
I come to You in humility and repentance, acknowledging my sins and my need for Your grace. Lord Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God, who died for my sins and rose again to give me eternal life. I confess You as my Savior and Lord.
Forgive me, cleanse me with Your precious blood, and fill me with Your Holy Spirit. I turn away from my sinful ways and open my heart to You. Take control of my life and guide me in Your truth.
If you joined in that life-changing prayer, congratulations! We are happy that you have surrendered your life to Jesus!
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About the Rhapsody of Realities Devotional
Rhapsody of Realities 2024 Devotional was authored by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.), the distinguished President of Loveworld Inc., also known as Christ Embassy International.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is a globally recognized spiritual leader whose ministry has profoundly impacted millions through his insightful teachings and unwavering commitment to the gospel.
The Rhapsody of Realities devotional offers daily spiritual nourishment and inspiration, guiding believers in their walk with Christ and deepening their understanding of God’s Word.
Loveworld Inc., under Pastor Chris’s visionary leadership, continues to spread the message of hope and salvation to every corner of the world.
Pastor Chris has declared September 2024 as the month of CONQUERORS! He emphasized the unshakeable nature of the Church, reminding everyone that God’s people are destined for triumph. Referencing 1 John 5:4, he highlighted that those who are born of God overcome the world. “This month, we’re standing up and declaring the victory of Christ over all satanic forces, subduing and taming them,” Pastor Chris stated, urging the faithful to rise and make their voices heard in Heaven and on Earth.
